Beaten Quote by Amy Goodman
“Going to where the silence is. That is the responsibility of a journalist: giving a voice to those who have been forgotten, forsaken, and beaten down by the powerful.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Speech at the International Journalism Conference, 2018
Journalists must seek out and amplify the unheard voices suppressed by power.
In simple terms: Journalists give voice to the ignored.
Key Takeaway
Listen and report on marginalized stories.
Themes
journalism
justice
voice
power
responsibility
Mood
determined
empathetic
urgent
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- investigative reporting
- community outreach
- human rights campaigns
Key Concepts
media ethics
social equity
advocacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What stories are being silenced today?
- How can journalists protect vulnerable sources?
A Different Perspective
Access to hidden stories can be dangerous for reporters.
